The council has chosen Voi Technology UK Ltd as the preferred provider for Edinburgh’s trial cycle hire scheme.
Voi, along with the other companies who submitted bids for this contract, have been formally notified of this decision.
The contract will run from 22 August 2025 for a period of two years with the option to extend for up to a further 18 months undertaken at the sole discretion of the Council. The council says it is “working with Voi to establish a date when the public will be able to use the scheme as soon as possible. Our priority is to ensure the scheme works effectively and in the best way possible, so we are not rushing it but focusing on implementing it in a safe and controlled manner”.”.
The contract will run at no cost to the Council. Voi were chosen as the provider in London earlier this year.
Transport and Environment Convener, Councillor Stephen Jenkinson said: “I’m delighted that we’ve reached this key milestone to deliver a new cycle hire scheme for Edinburgh. Voi brings a wealth of experience in this field, operating across the UK and internationally, and I’m very excited to see how the scheme will progress here in the Capital. We’ll be launching the scheme later this week before expanding across the city through the autumn.
“My thanks also go to Council colleagues who have been able to turn around this vital scheme for our city quickly and efficiently. From allowing our residents and visitors a new way to travel around the city, through to cutting congestion, pollution and beyond – the scheme will bring a host of benefits to Edinburgh.”
